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Touch-to-enter cards rolling out to Disney passholders

Disney began rolling out new touch-to-enter cards to passholders as part of the MyMagic+ program.

Starting Wednesday, guests can exchange their paper pass for a new card at the Odyssey Center at Epcot during regular park hours.

The new passes will allow guests to use the new touch-to-enter feature at the main entrances of the parks.

According to Disney, the decision was made to introduce the cards to passholders because of the amount of people who enjoy the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival.

The card is part of Disney's MyMagic+ program that will roll out new FastPass+ features and MagicBands.

The MagicBand will keep track of itinerary, alert guests when their favorite rides are ready, without standing in line, and allow them to pay for Mouse Ears and other merchandise without their wallets. The band keeps credit card information using NextGen technology.

The bracelet will serve as a guest's admission ticket, access to FastPass+ selections, PhotoPass card and even serve as a room key if the guest is staying at a resort. A new app, dubbed "My Disney Experience," will allow guests to plan and keep track of their entire stay at the parks.

The wristbands and the My Disney Experience website and app will all be available to guests for no extra fee.

Passholders can exchange their paper pass until May 19, and officials suggest the best time to visit is Monday through Friday after 12 p.m.

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Images: Disney may make lines unfashionable with new bracelet

A new MagicBand is the key to unlocking the magic at Disney Parks. With one touch of their MagicBand, Guests can enter the parks and their resort room, access their Disney FastPass+ selections and PhotoPass and pay for merchandise and dining.

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